Boxwood Inn 1320 Diamond Street Akron Pennsylvania 17501 USA http://www.theboxwoodinn.net Phone: +1-717-859-3466 Fax: +1-717-859-4507 Toll-free: +1-800-238-3466

General Information

The Boxwood Inn gives you the opportunity to escape into a quiet and peaceful setting. Situated in the peaceful countryside on over 3 acres in Akron, PA (10 miles north of Lancaster) this stone farmhouse dates back to 1768 and has been renovated with the modern comforts in a historic setting.Enjoy a cup of tea in the Garden Room or walk the grounds and enjoy the ageless boxwoods and century old chestnut and black walnut trees.Relax on the slate patio and enjoy the peaceful sounds of the natural stream that winds through the edge of the back yard.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

• State and local taxes may apply
• Accommodations: Rooms
• There are 4 guest accommodations (4 with private baths)
• Double occupancy rate is between $ 110.00 and $ 235.00
• The rate for each additional person is between $ 10.00 and $ 20.00
• Other Accommodations: Carriage House
  All rooms have private baths, A/C, ceiling fans, Cable TV and authentic Amish quilts. The Floral room has the only King bed in the Inn and can be converted to twin beds. The Hunt Room is extra large and has a jacuzzi tub and a walk- in shower.The Carriage House is separate from the Inn and has a King Bed, A/C, ceiling fan, private balcony, fireplace, mini fridge with bar sink, microwave, coffeemaker, sleep sofa, drop leaf table and chairs, jacuzzi tub with skylight and walk-in shower.

Amenities

Meals

• A Hearty,Homemade breakfast is included with room rate
• Breakfast is served from: 8:00a.m.-9:00a.m.
• Breakfast is served in the Garden Room, Dining Room
• Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon tea, Dessert, Non-alcoholic beverage
• Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
• Our signature dish is Peach stuffed waffles with praline sauce

Policies

• Minimum stay required (2 night minimum in Carriage House and Hunt Room on major holidays)
• Smoking is allowed outside only (Smoking permitted outside)
• Limited accommodations for guest pets (Dogs are allowed in the Carriage House only)
• Limitations on children staying (Children under 7 yrs. Carriage House only)
• No childcare is provided
• Consumption of alcohol is permitted
• Deposit amount required (An advanced deposit of one night's lodging or credit card is required for all reservations.)
• Closed: Christmas Day
• Check in time is 3:00pm-7:00p.m. and Check out time is 11:00 a.m..
• Cancellations:
  There is a service fee of $20 for all cancellations. If cancellation is made less then 7 days prior to arrival and the room can be re-booked, the policy above applies. If the room can not be re-booked you will be charged a full one night's stay. In the event you fail to cancel your reservation and do not claim the room, you will be charged the full amount of your reservation. In the event of an early departure your entire reservation must be honored. Any monies owed due to cancellations will be billed to your credit card.
• Accepted by the following agencies:
  • AAA
  • Authentic B&B of Lancaster County
  • Ephrata Chamber of Commerce

Property Features

Property Details

• Architectural style is Colonial
• Built in 1768
• Opened for business in 1990
• Restored / Remodeled in 1989
• Parking available

Location

• Location is best described as: Countryside
  
• Nearest major city: Lancaster, PA (10 miles South)
• Directions to property:
  From East: Take Pa Tpke (I-76) west to exit 21. Take Rt.222 south to Brownstown/Rothsville exit (Rte 772). At bottom of ramp, turn right to the 1st traffic light and turn right again. Go north on Rt.272 about 2 miles to next traffic light. Turn right at the light and continue 1/2 mile and bear right at the "V" onto Diamond Street. The Boxwood Inn is 1/4 mile on the right at the intersection of Diamond St.and Tobacco Rd. From south: Take I-83 from Baltimore, north to York, Pa and Rt 30 east. Continue on Rt 30 to Rt. 222 north. Exit at Brownstown/Rothsville exit (Rt. 772) and follow directions above.

Innkeepers

• Innkeeper(s): Betsy
  Both Betsy and Greg love to garden. Betsy sews for her 4 grandchildren and of course, loves to bake. Greg is a golfer and an avid reader, especially books about the Civil War and WW II. They both love all kinds of music, and have a fondness in their hearts for dogs.
• The innkeepers speak: English
• There are 2 dogs on the property

Area Attractions

Amusement Park, Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Concert venue, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, Live Music, Movie Theater, Museum, National/State parks, Amish Attractions, Farmers' Markets, Ephrata Cloister, Pretzel & Candy Factory tours, Sight & Sound, Hershey Park, Outlet Stores, Performing Theater, Religious Services, Winery